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94.1%Acceptance
$42,286Tuition
1,893Students
60%Grad Rate (6-yr)
$63,454Earnings
Private nonprofit4-yearSAT/ACT Test OptionalResearch UniversityNCAA Division IIIStudy AbroadData: 2023-24

Admissions Details

Acceptance Rate
94.1%
Average SAT
1,160
SAT Range (25th–75th)
1,060–1,260
ACT Composite (avg)
24
Total Enrollment
1,893

Admissions Overview

Wilkes University has open admission with a 94% acceptance rate. Nearly all qualified applicants who apply will gain admission. The middle 50% of students score between 1060-1260 on the SAT, with an average of 1160. Students don't need strong test scores to be competitive here. The university seeks students who value hands-on learning and professional preparation. Wilkes has built its reputation on career-focused programs like pharmacy, engineering, and nursing that emphasize practical experience. The school looks for motivated students who want direct access to faculty through its 13:1 student-faculty ratio and appreciate the personalized attention that comes with attending a smaller university of under 2,000 students.